Westinghouse’s skills development activity supports efficient and safe operations and provides opportunities for Canadians Cutting-edge nuclear training • Westinghouse relies on a specialized and highly trained workforce for safe operations A core part of the strategy when and continued innovation. developing the AP1000 Project is • Significant investment in workforce training is planned for the AP1000 Project. investing in local human capital to ensure the plant has the skilled Partnerships with educational institutions personnel needed to operate it. • Westinghouse supports initiatives aimed at assisting post-secondary students in their As shown in the preceding analysis, desired career paths. the AP1000 Project in Ontario is expected to create 1,600 direct jobs • This includes providing awards to first-year students in Welding and Fabrication at Skill development to operate the plants. Fleming College and supporting female STEM students at Ontario Tech, among other initiatives initiatives. As the diagram shows, associated with Technical training Westinghouse plans to take a AP1000 Project proactive stance in helping to • Westinghouse supports the owner in the training of their staff to be able to properly develop the local workforce needed operate and maintain the plant across all levels of the organization, resulting in upskilled talent, enhanced development capabilities, and improved safety. to operate the plant through training support and partnerships • Around 1,600 local employees will be trained to work at the AP1000 Project once with local higher education facilities. operational. Leadership training • Westinghouse offers leadership training that includes a self-assessment tool, team-building exercises, skill enhancement for managers, and coaching for personal and team development. • All employees must complete required Nuclear Safety Culture training, with additional training modules for leaders. Source: Westinghouse PwC | The Economic Impact of a Westinghouse AP1000 Reactor Project in Canada 20